CR SMITH: A Useful Guide For Hiding Grief: Appearance is Everything

Never forget mascara; it’s very useful for opening up sleep-deprived eyes.

Not too heavy, mind. You don’t want someone looking too closely, or they might drown in your sorrow. And thick eyeliner acts as a distraction. Wear it smudgy so people can’t see when you’ve been crying.

Apply red lipstick.

CR Smith is a student of Fine Art. She splits her time between art and writing. Her work has appeared both on online and in print.
Find her on Twitter and at crsmith2016.wordpress.com.